Gujrat Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026

The Gujarat Legislative Assembly passed the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026 on march 24 2026 , making Gujarat the second state in India to adopt such a law after Uttarakhand. The bill, which consists of 201 pages was introduced by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and passed by a majority voice vote following a debate lasting over seven hours..

Core Provisions of the UCC Bill 2026

The legislation establishes a common legal framework for all citizens, irrespective of religion, in matters of personal law like two Case study Given belows :

1) For Marriage and Divorce case :

1.  Individuals cannot enter a second marriage while their spouse is alive , which show prohibition of Bigamy
2.  All marriages must be registered within 60 days. Failure to do so can result in a fine of up to ₹10,000.
3.  Sets standard and uniform grounds for the dissolution of marriage, including cases of sexual offences.
4. Traditional or out of court divorces are invalidated and may carry a punishment of up to three years.

2) Live-in Relationships

1.  Partners must submit a declaration to a registrar. Non-registration can lead to up to three months of imprisonment or a fine of ₹10,000.
2.  If either individual is between 18 and 21 years old, their parents will be informed by the registrar.
3. Children born out of registered live-in relationships will be recognised as legitimate and entitled to maintenance.

About Inheritance and Succession :

1.  The bill ensures equal inheritance rights for sons and daughters across all religious communities.
2. Removes inheritance disqualifications based on physical or mental disabilities..

Exemptions and Scope of UCC 2026

1.  The code does not apply to Scheduled Tribes (ST) or specific groups whose customary rights are constitutionally protected.
2. The law applies to all residents within the state and to residents of Gujarat currently living outside its territorial limits. 

Political and Social Reaction within community :

1. The Gujarat Government describes the law as a “historic step” rooted in constitutional principles under Article 44 to ensure gender justice and equality.
2. The Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) opposed the bill, calling it “anti-minority” and “anti-Muslim ” and raised concerns that it was rushed ahead of local body polls and violated religious freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution…

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